Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 126,189 miles on the clock, averaging 7,667 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for MW56 NYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,189 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,298 |
| Average per year | 7,667 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW56 NYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MW56 NYC
What car is MW56 NYC?
MW56 NYC is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MW56 NYC?
The last recorded mileage for MW56 NYC was 126,189 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW56 NYC passed its MOT?
MW56 NYC has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2023.
Is MW56 NYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW56 NYC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MW56 NYC?
MW56 NYC is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.